Purchasing Manager

l d mccauley LLC. • Orchard Park, NY

8d • $80,000 - $90,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

McGard, a leading company in the automotive industry, is seeking a highly talented and motivated Purchasing Manager to join our dynamic team and contribute to our ongoing success. McGard has been a trusted name in the automotive industry for over 60 years. We specialize in manufacturing high-quality, precision-engineered automotive security products and components. Our commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction has earned us a reputation as a global leader in our field.

Requirements

• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and orally.
• Bachelor’s degree required (Master’s degree preferred) in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Economics, Manufacturing/Industrial/Operations Management, or a closely related field.
• Minimum five (5) years of related experience in a Purchasing or Supply Chain capacity.
• Minimum two (2) years of direct experience in personnel supervision and department budgeting.
• Advanced knowledge in the configuration and use of ERP/MRP software systems.
• Maintains a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating with customers, vendors, co-workers, and management in a positive manner and maintains a safe and supportive work environment.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Manages the people, department and functions in the procurement of materials, supplies and services necessary for the maintenance and operation of McGard, LLC/L. D. McCauley, LLC and Special Products Division areas.
• Supervises Purchasing Department employees and directs the activities of Purchasing Department in the procurement of raw materials, components, finished goods and outside services.
• Creates, maintains, and administers the Purchasing Department’s procurement procedures.
• Develops and executes purchasing strategies to maximize operations stability and minimize costs.
• Works closely with management and other departments to define and implement supply chain best practices.
• Creates and reports purchasing metrics, leading procurement responses and actions based upon supply chain data.
• Actively tracks price changes and on-time delivery performance.
• Presents Purchasing Department performance reports and strategy reviews to upper management.
• Assists in the research, development and qualification of suppliers and supply chain partners.
• Manages supplier relationships and evaluations and resolves supplier grievances or disputes.
• Negotiates pricing, terms & conditions of purchasing contracts for goods and services.
• Actively reviews forecasts, market conditions and business trends to advise on optimum inventory levels.
• Leads efforts with suppliers in the investigation, resolution and expediting of parts for quality or delivery concerns.
• Defines staffing needs, hires, trains, and supervises department personnel including Buyers and Purchasing Agents.
• Coaches, mentors, and develops staff, including succession planning and performance reviews.
• Supervises personnel in the execution of their purchasing responsibilities.
• Collaborates with Production Control and Inventory Control Supervisors to support production needs.
• Works closely with Finance and IT departments in structuring and reporting of materials and costing information.
• Administers all oversees compliance to ISO, IATF, and other regulatory requirements for all purchasing functions.
• Oversees Diversity Sourcing, Supplier Sustainability, and other customer-required purchasing related programs.
• Works with the Quality department to require actions from our suppliers regarding defective product.
• Must be aware of, comply with, and support IATF/ISO-related procedures, as applicable.
• They will be required to follow any other instruction and to perform any other duties requested by their Supervisor

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including 10 company paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), and 401k plus match.
• Discretionary, annual profit sharing.
• Exciting and challenging projects in a collaborative work environment.
• Flexible working schedule including “9-80’s” and flex time.
• On-site walking trail and convenience cafeteria.
• A supportive and inclusive company culture that values employee well-being and work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager